Question

Black Lilies is a fledgling apparel company which is run and managed by its creator Patricia. She has advertised for an accounting executive to manage the finances of the firm. Which of the following, if true, would result in a complementary fit having occurred for the post?

a. Patricia is well-versed in accounting and will manage the firm's finances jointly with the new employee.
b. There is already a dedicated finance team in the firm who would work with the new employee.
c. The existing accounting executive is planning to quit to take up a better opportunity.
d. Patricia lacks the requisite skills to manage the company's accounts,hence the opening.

Answer 1

d. Patricia lacks the requisite skills to manage the company's accounts,hence the opening.

Step-by-step explanation:

Businesses require various set of skills from their employees to function properly and make a profit.

Also duplication of these skills should be avoided to maximise profit.

In the given scenario if Patricia were well versed in accounting them it would be a duplication of duties employing an accountant.

It would be a complimentary fit if Patricia lacks the requisite skills to manage the company's accounts,hence the opening.